We offer Steroid injection therapy to patients from Colchester and many of the surrounding communities including Langham, Dedham, Layer de la Haye, Birch, Fingeringhoe, Abberton, Elmstead Market and more. We offer a range of appointment options to fit in with your work and lifestyle commitments.
Steroid injections are man-made drugs very similar to cortisol, a hormone your body makes in your adrenal glands. “Steroid” is short for corticosteroid, which is different from the hormone-related steroid compounds that some athletes use. You may hear them called cortisone injections, cortisone shots, steroid shots, or corticosteroid injections.
Steroids ease inflammation and slow your immune system. They can treat many kinds of inflammatory conditions.
How Are Steroids Given?
Steroid drugs come in several forms that differ in how easily they dissolve or how long they stay in your body.
Our qualified practitioner will give you steroids only in an affected area (called locally),
These are administered via injection Injections into joints, bursae (lubricating sacs between tendons and the bones beneath them), or around tendons and other soft tissue areas.
Q: How Long Do Steroid Injections Last?
A: Pain relief from a steroid shot is different for each person. It usually starts to work within 24 to 48 hours. The effect can last several weeks or more.
Q: Are there side effects to Steroids?
A:Side effects can occur but are rare, Local steroid injections are less likely to cause serious side effects than other forms of steroid medications. (Your practitioner will advise you on possible side effects and after care).
Q: How exactly will a steroid injection help me?
A: When injected into a joint or muscle, steroids reduce redness and swelling (inflammation) in the nearby area. This can help relieve pain and stiffness.
Q: How will I know if I need this treatment?
A: Your practitioner will consider your age, your level of physical activity, and other medications you’re taking when deciding whether to suggest a steroid injection.
